Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Franklin is a small town in Alabama with a population of 899. Residents earn $83,480 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Franklin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Franklin is $83,480, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 14.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Franklin is $75,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Franklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,480 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,183 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,025 |
| Unemployment | 14.4% |
| 300% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $765M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,492 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 30.9% |
| Census Median | $75,300 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $576 |
| 1 Bedroom | $704 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $776 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,071 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,492 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.0% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 19.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,397/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.0 inches |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 386 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 15.1 sq mi (39.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4527°N, 85.7854°W |
| County FIPS | 01087 |
Winner: Democrat by 56.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.0% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 46 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 30.9% |